My Brothers,
On the Level, I can tell each of you that there is nothing but astonishment at the thought of ascending to the East in just a few short weeks. Everything in this post will be based on the assumption of my election as the Worshipful Master of Harmony #9, established in 1805. Wow, to reflect on being elected as the leader of any organization that has been around for 206 years is more than overwhelming. I can only hope to live up to the expectations that have been set before me. As many of you have told me through whispered counsel, I am not traveling down the road alone. I will never be able to express the level of gratitude for those individuals personal support, so for now…..THANK YOU!
The Lodge has become a 2nd family to me, which helps frame my perspective on leading us forward. Our Lodge needs to be a beacon of light for all our brothers. Even though building our membership is an important task, it is my intention to invest an equal amount of time to look for the brothers that may have gotten lost along the way. At the Past Master’s Dinner and the Organizational Meeting, I made my intentions very clear to everyone in attendance, we are responsible for making everyone feel welcome in our lodge and everything that we do in my year will support that statement.
Our busy season is kicking off with the following scheduled events. It is my intention with the assistance of Bro. Patrick Connor for the most up-to date information to be posted on our website, www.harmony9.org.
Todd Derksen Senior Warden